STERLING PEDIATRIC CENTER WELCOMES NEW PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Honesdale, PA (September 4, 2025) — Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) is pleased to announce the addition of Taylor Hook, PA-C to its pediatric care team. Hook, who has been seeing patients from newborn to age 18 at the Sterling Pediatric Center over the past month, comes to WMCHC with more than two years’ experience offering high-quality, compassionate care.

With a background in Family Medicine, Hook’s previous experience afforded her the opportunity to care for patients across all age groups. However, she indicates it also “deepened my appreciation for the unique challenges and rewards of caring for children.” Hook says she takes time to connect with each child on their own level to create a “trusting relationship,” which she believes is essential to effective care.

Additionally, Hook offers parents “clear communication, empathy and a team-based approach” to obtain the best outcomes for their child’s overall health stating she “enjoys educating families and empowering them with the knowledge required to make informed decisions.” Each child’s care plan encompasses “the whole family dynamic.”

Hook received a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies and a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Studies from King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, PA. She spent the last two and a half years as a Family Medicine Physician Assist at Geisinger Medical Group in Kingston, PA.

Hook says she chose to join WMCHC because of its strong reputation in the community and clear opportunity for professional growth. She also praised the health centers’ supportive environment, “as someone transitioning into pediatrics, I value being part of a team where I can continue to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully.”

Hook performs well and sick child visits, developmental screenings and immunizations at Sterling Pediatric Center located at 62 Industrial Park Road, Lake Ariel, PA. Appointments may be made by calling 570-689-7565. WMCHC accepts most managed care plans, commercial insurance and PA Medical Assistance. Visit www.wmchc.net for information on all of our services.